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Apple Turnovers

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Peyton and I visited Riley's Farm for a little fall outing of apple picking.  We got a bunch of apples and I needed the perfect exuse to use them all up.  I love apple season and love how yummy the house smells when I bake up something yummy.  I asked the bakers at Riley's Farm what their secret was to their amazing apple pies.  They told me it was all in the crust and they were right!  It's flaky and buttery perfection.  I decided to make apple turnovers for our sweet treat and bring back the flaky gorgeous crust of Riley's Farm's bakery.   I love turnovers because they are flaky and delicious and so easy. Even better, they aren't frowned upon as a breakfast treat.  Winning! Here is my super easy and quick recipe for our sweet, delicious Apple Turnover.

 

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Apple Turnover

you will need: 

1 sheet puff pastry, warmed to room temperature

2 Granny Smith apples

1 T brown sugar

1 t cinnamon

1/8 t salt

Flour

to make: 

Heat oven to 350 degrees.  Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Peel and core apples.  Toss into food processor and pulse until apples is in small pieces.  Transfer to bowl and mix brown sugar, cinnamon and salt together until apple is coated.

Flour your cutting board and rolling pin.  Cut puff pastry into fourth squares.  Roll each square with rolling pin until it is doubled in size.

Add 1/4 of apple mixture to center of each dough square.

Fold dough diagonally to create a triangle.  Use fork to crimp and seal the dough pockets.  Transfer to parchment sheet.

Bake for 25-30 min.

Makes 4

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Riley's farm

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Nestled in the hills of Yucaipa are the sweetest apple orchards.  Riley's Farm is our favorite and always our kick off to the fall season.  It's colonial charm and beautiful setting keep us coming back.  Not to mention their mouthwatering apple pie! Peyton and I visited the farm while Capri was at school and had the best afternoon adventure.  Kacee from Life with Lipstick On Kacee from Life with Lipstick On

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We picked up some treats to take home from their adorable shop.  We sipped fresh apple cider, read a little about the history of the farm and grabbed our favorite homemade jam. Kacee from Life with Lipstick On Kacee from Life with Lipstick On

We learned that Granny Smith apples were great for making pies with and can't wait to try to make our own with the apples we picked.  Kacee from Life with Lipstick onKacee from Life with Lipstick On Kacee from Life with Lipstick on

Photos: Corey Morgan

 

Pins of the week

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This week was all about stripes so it was only fitting to gear my  Pin Party of the week towards my favorite pattern. Pins of the week- Life with Lipstick On

Oh the surfing or paddle boarding ( in my case) that would happen on this chic board.

A cute black hat and simple stripes, is there anything else in this life?!

Adore everything about this pink and striped soiree

Looking this chic while cooking clearly makes everything taste better!

I love love love kitchen nooks and a striped one makes my heart go pitter patter!

 

 

Striped with guest blogger Lace and Locks

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Today we chat with Kim from Lace and Locks a Orange County based fashion and lifestyle blog.  Kim's itty bitty frame makes her the sassiest petite blogger around!  Kim's style is all things lux, feminine and chic.  Let's find out what she has to say about stripes. Life with Lipstick On

Q.What is the first thing you think of when you think of stripes?

A.  Stripes for me are a fun way to make a stylish statement!

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Q. Are you into mixing patterns with stripes? If so, what is your favorite go to?

A. Stripes are so versatile and can come in different sizes, colors and styles so it's a great pattern to mix and match. I love mixing stripes with just about anything but my favorite would have to be a classic black and white stripe with just a little pop of color.

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Q. How are you planning on styling your stripes this fall season?

A. Fall is the perfect time of the year to play around with stripes! You can wear a simple striped scarf, sweater or top to add some dimension to your look. Just keep in mind your proportions and shape to appropriately use stripes to flatter your frame.

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To read more about Kim and keep up with her fashion visit her blog Lace and Locks. 

Striped with guest blogger Sage + Sparkle

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I am so excited to share with you the fabulous Fallon from Sage + Sparkle, New York based fashion and lifestyle blog.  I love Fallon's fun and feminine take on fashion and I was excited to get her take on stripes.sage+sparkle_stripes_1 Q.What is the first thing you think of when you think of stripes?

A.  When I think of stripes, the first thing that comes to mind is that stripes can be such a flattering pattern, as long as you know how to wear them.sage+sparkle_stripes_2

Q. Are you into mixing patterns with stripes?  If so, what is your favorite go to?

A. Yes. I love mixing stripes with just about anything - from leopard, to plaid, to floral, anything goes - as long as you pay attention to proportion. You always want to make sure that when mixing patterns, one is a larger scale than the other. On the other hand, I do love a good black + white stripe paired with a solid pop color.sage+sparkle_stripes_4

Q. How are you planning on styling your stripes this fall season?

A.  This Fall Season, I'm excited about playing with sheer stripes and of course, layering! For fall, I tend to stay away from the typically navy + white stripes and try to incorporate more muted, deeper tones - and of course black + white stripes, which work for any season.

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To read more about Fallon and keep up with her style check out her blog Sage + Sparkle.

Striped Obsessed

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Clearly, I'm stripers obsessed!  I love stripes and love the simplicity of being able to use stripes with any pattern.  This week is all about the stripe!  Stay tuned for a couple of my friend's take on stripes and how they are styling their looks to include them.    Life with Lipstick On

Top row:  12 ,34   Middle row: 1, 2, 3, 4  Bottom row: 1, 2, 3, 4

 

Pins of the week

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Pins of the week- Life with Lipstick On Fig and Lemon Fizz  ,come to my mouth!

Rachel McAdams with her pink hair…you get one thing Rachel!  You don't get to have pink hair and be gorgeous!  One thing!

Come on fall!  I'm ready for layers!  No more sweating, please!

Mini peacoat, bow tied blouse and skinnies.. could you just eat that little lady right up?!

Magical things could be made in a kitchen with lighting like that!

To follow along on my weekly Pin Parties visit here! 

Fall beauty haul

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As fall is upon us, I am slowly shifting my beauty choices as well as my wardrobe.  I'm excited to share with you some of the pretty things I've picked up!  

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Product list:

Dry Bar Detox dry Shampoo

'bareSkin®' Pure Brightening Serum Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 20

Perfecting Face Brush

Makeup Forever HD Invisible Cover Concealer

Algenist Advanced Anti-Aging Repairing Oil 

Nars Sixties Fan gloss

Stila Stay All Day® 10-in-1 HD Beauty Balm Trio Broad-Spectrum SPF 30

Tan and white

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I veto the old fashion rule that you can't wear white after Labor Day.  White is perfect any season.  It adds a freshness to fall tans or the richness of the jewel tones of winter. This sweater is my first cashmere and man I understand why it's such  staple.  It's rich color, buttery softness and beautiful shape makes it worth every dime. [show_shopthepost_widget id="261067"]

 

Pins of the week

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Life with Lipstick On  pins of the week Her casual back swept chignon and that high slit on her amazing gown. It's just all chic and sexy in the most perfect way!  Talk about great wedding exit!

I've been thinking of a trip to NYC soon and this peek at West Grenich village just might have sealed the deal.

These built ins are what kitchen dreams are made of.

I am starting to get geared up for fall wardrobe and these red sky high stilettos aren't practical but man are they eye candy! -source unknown

It's described as "Topped with rich, dark espresso, Italian affogato is a truly adult way to enjoy ice cream." Is there anything more in life?

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Back to school: Teacher's gifts

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It's back to school for Capri next week and my little Peyton's first year of preschool!  Capri's teacher this year is a big gardener and so we thought we would put together a little window sill plant gift for her as a back to school present.  

We used:

Medium clay pot

sheet of burlap

3 packs of seeds that were appropriate for pots

twine

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Capri helped me assemble each burlap sheet into the pot and nestle the seeds in the middle.

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Capri has mastered her name last year in pre K and she was eager to write her new teacher a sweet note to attach to her gift.

 

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We are so excited for Kinder this year!  Can't wait to see what the year brings!

 

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